R. A

Joined March 2024

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I write fictional narratives inspired by real first-generation college and immigrant experiences in NYC—exploring education, burnout, family responsibility, and survival in the city.

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I Almost Failed a Class, Not Because I Was Lazy—But Because I Was Working Too Much in College
No one tells you that failing in college doesn’t always look dramatic. Sometimes it looks like showing up every day, doing everything you’re supposed to do, and still falling behind.
By R. Aabout 4 hours ago in Education
I Didn’t Realize I Was Translating My Parents’ Lives Until I Got to College
The first document I ever translated wasn’t homework. It was a letter from a government office, printed in dense English that made my parents’ shoulders tense the moment they opened it. I was thirteen, sitting at the kitchen table with a dictionary app open, trying to sound confident while silently panicking over words I had never seen before. I didn’t know what “eligibility,” “deductible,” or “termination” really meant—but I knew that getting them wrong could change everything.
By R. A3 days ago in Families
Why Living in New York City Feels Like Running a Marathon With No Finish Line
The first thing you learn about New York City is that nobody is actually relaxed here. Everyone is in motion—power-walking through subway tunnels, squeezing onto packed trains, and typing emails while standing in line for coffee. The city doesn’t rest, and eventually you stop resting too.
By R. A4 days ago in Humans
I Thought I Was Smart Enough for College—Until Burnout Hit Me in My Second Year in New York City
I used to believe burnout was something that happened to other people. The ones who didn’t plan properly. Those who skipped class also contributed to burnout. The ones who weren’t “serious” about their education.
By R. A7 days ago in Education
What It’s Like Growing Up With Immigrant Parents While Trying to Survive College in New York City. Content Warning.
Growing up with immigrant parents in New York City feels like being handed adult responsibilities before you even understand what childhood is supposed to look like. By the time most kids are worrying about weekend plans, you’re worrying about rent, bills, and how to translate letters written in a language your family doesn’t speak.
By R. A10 days ago in Education
The Art of Persuasion: Insights from Psychology
The exploration of psychological principles, particularly those surrounding persuasion, often unveils a disquieting reality: the ease with which individuals can be influenced. Each book delving into this realm serves as a reminder of the intricate mechanisms at play, underscoring the subtlety of persuasion tactics that operate below the conscious threshold. Like a magician's sleight of hand, these techniques wield a profound impact on decision-making, behavior, and perception, all while individuals remain unaware of their influence.
By R. A2 years ago in Men

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I Almost Failed a Class, Not Because I Was Lazy—But Because I Was Working Too Much in College

I Didn’t Realize I Was Translating My Parents’ Lives Until I Got to College

Why Living in New York City Feels Like Running a Marathon With No Finish Line

I Thought I Was Smart Enough for College—Until Burnout Hit Me in My Second Year in New York City

What It’s Like Growing Up With Immigrant Parents While Trying to Survive College in New York City. Content Warning.

The Art of Persuasion: Insights from Psychology

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